Janus
boy nameJanus entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #4307 in 1922, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#4307
peak (1922)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4307 |
| 1970s | #4986 |
| 1990s | #8110 |
| 2000s | #11579 |
| 2010s | #12207 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Janus are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Janus alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janus in 2025?
- Janus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Janus most popular?
- Janus peaked in 1922, reaching #4307 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Janus with classmates?
- Janus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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